Camogie Association Aims for 50,000 Attendance at All-Ireland Finals by 2026
The Camogie Association is setting its sights high, with plans to draw a crowd of 50,000 to its All-Ireland finals by 2026. This ambitious target forms a key part of the association’s ‘Strategic Plan 2024-2027 – Our Game, Our Passion’, which seeks to boost overall attendance at fixtures by 20% over the coming years. Guided by insights from the comprehensive …
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Over 80% of Irish Communities Believe Camogie Vital for Positive Impact
Research commissioned by Very Ireland, proud sponsors of the Very National Camogie Leagues, through iReach, unveils compelling insights into the positive impact of Camogie on Irish communities. The nationally representative study of 1,000 respondents’ sheds light on the intrinsic value of Camogie in fostering community pride and unity. Over 80% of respondents expressed their belief in the positive impact of …
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A Vision for Equality: Teenagers’ Hopes for Women in Sports
In the realm of sports, women have long been fighting for the recognition and respect they rightfully deserve. While progress has been made, the journey towards equality is far from over. We had three Transition Year students join us at Her Sport, and were able to gain insight into their vision for women in sports in 10 years from now. …
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Women’s Sports Could Bring In Over $1 Billion In 2024
Women’s sports are making waves with a projected revenue of over $1 billion in 2024, marking a significant surge in popularity following a landmark year in 2023. The prediction is based on a report conducted by Deloitte, and the forecast is composed of commercial (US$696 million, 55%), broadcast (US$340 million, 27%), and matchday (US$240 million, 18%) revenues. The past year was …
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New Research and New Play Tackling Resilience in Young Girls
A new report shining a spotlight on the impact of playing sport and resilience in teenage girls (aged 12-15) has been published in Northern Ireland. The report, ‘The Impact of Sport on Girls’ Resilience’, was commissioned by Electric Ireland as part of their ongoing Game Changers campaign. Delivered in partnership with the Irish FA, the campaign is committed to supporting …
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Camogie Association Invests €845K in New Minimum Standards Player Charter for 2024-2027 Seasons
The Camogie Association has launched their minimum standards Player Charter in an effort to elevate the standards of intercounty teams and enhance the playing environment for women in sport. This transformative proposal will extend to the 26 counties participating in both the Very National League and Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Championship, exclusively for first teams. The Camogie Association pledges €32,500 to …
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Coco Gauff Defeats Elina Svitolina In ASB Classic Final To Defend Her Title
Photo credit: Hannah Peters – Getty Images At 19 years old, American tennis player Coco Gauff claims the title once again in the final moments of the ASB Classic Final. After going up against the two-time Australian Open quarterfinalist Ukrainian competitor Elina Svitolina (29). It Is Not Always Smooth Sailing After a pretty easy week of wins for Gauff, the …
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Findings Reveal One In Five Players Subject To Toxic Online Abuse During Women’s World Cup
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December 12, 2023
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Soccer
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FIFA Insights, FIFA Report, FIFA Women's World Cup, football, Online Abuse, Social Media, sports, USWNT, Women in Sports, Women's World Cup 2023
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A recent FIFA report reveals that one in five players across the FIFA Women’s World Cup were subject to online abuse.
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“I Feel Really Disrespected By The WTA” – Aryna Sabalenka Criticises WTA Finals Organization In Mexico
Reigning World No. 1 in women’s tennis Aryna Sabalenka has criticised the organization of the WTA Finals in Mexico, expressing her sense of feeling “disrespected” by the Women’s Tennis Association and concerned for her safety during her first victory at the event. The decision to host the WTA Finals in Cancun, Mexico, was only finalized in September after negotiations with …
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Irish Freestyle Kayakers Push Boundaries At World Championships
By Anais O’ Donovan Photo by Nancy Geary A strong team of six women represented Ireland at the 2023 ICF Freestyle Kayaking World Championships in Georgia, USA from 9-4 October. Over 200 athletes from 20 countries trained tirelessly for months in the hope of being crowned the 2023 World Champion. Ireland’s women’s team competed in squirt boating, C1 freestyle and …
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